April's Pizzeria is a pizza shop in White Sulphur Springs that I've wanted to try for quite some time.

If you've driven along the main road in the town, you'll find April's at the end.

While leaving town, I decided it would be a great time to get some takeout. I ordered a "turnover," which is like a calzone, except the ends aren't pressed together.

Mine had cheese, sauce and mushrooms. It's a huge portion, and perfectly browned on top and ooey inside. What's your favorite?

Have you ever heard of the Rhododendron Cafe?

Until recently, I hadn't. But I found out there is this little cafe near the indoor pool.

They serve things like sandwiches, pizzas and beverages.

And I went with some pretzels with garlic butter. Mmm.

Cafe Carleton is a luxury spot with premium wines and spirits at The Greenbrier.

This late-night cabaret space features singers and other entertainment.

And the food options include caviar, oysters and charcuterie plates.

Some friends and I went to check it out.

First, we were served up some white truffle popcorn.

Then, I looked over the drink menu.

And I went with the "Spice Creme de Nuits," which has a banana nut-infused spiced rum shaken with rum chata and dash of coconut cream. It's finished with a dusting of nutmeg.

It was this milky drink that is not typically something I would go for, but it was fun.

And, the charcuterie plate: Our Chef’s Favorite Cheeses and Charcuterie From Around the Globe Including Cured Meats and Paté, Pickled Vegetables Served with House made Ice Box Crackers Cheddar-Cornmeal and Gruyere-Thyme Melba Toast, Membrillo, Fresh Fruit Whole Grain Mustard and Chutney


And, we finished off the evening with a waltz and champagne toast.

Working my way around The Greenbrier, Slammin' Sammy's was next on my to-try list.


"The Greenbrier's rendition of a "sports bar," Slammin' Sammy's features big screen TVs, billiard tables, shuffleboard, foosball and other games. Located on the upper floor of The Golf Club, every table is a "front-row seat" with incredible views of the golf courses Snead tamed. Open seasonally with a snack menu and beverage service, Slammin' Sammy's is a relaxed night spot to watch the game, cheer on your team and socialize with old and new friends.


Serving classic American bar fare with a touch of class, the menu includes a sophisticated approach to traditional cuisine like burgers, wings, entrée salads, pizza and sandwiches along with a fantastic beer selection and the finest martinis and bourbons."

For me, I went with a couple things:


SAM SNEADS’ SIGNATURE TRUFFLED LOBSTER MAC N’ CHEESE - Cavatappi Pasta, Black Truffle, Butter Poached Lobster



SNEAD’S VINEGAR CHIPS - Blue Cheese Dip

What's your favorite?

The Greenbrier's Lobby Bar is an iconic centerpiece of the resort.



"Centrally located adjacent to the Upper Lobby, this warm and friendly alcove is an ideal place to mix and mingle while having a cocktail with friends before or after dinner. You can also order upscale appetizers and small plates.



The Lobby Bar provides a convenient, quiet and relaxing atmosphere to enjoy The Greenbrier's legendary Mint Julep or top-shelf cocktails in grand design beneath an original GONE WITH THE WIND movie chandelier. It is a stylishly casual meeting place to get together before heading out or to toast the end of your perfect day at The Greenbrier.



Named one of 27 "Best Bars in America" by Esquire Magazine in 2019. Click HERE to read more."


For my drink, I went with the "Springhouse Bramble, " which is gin, limoncello, blackberry liquer and simple syrup.

And we also ordered up some snacks. I went for a jumbo shrimp cocktail. Plus, we had some munchies, like Chex Mix.

Okay. If you've ever driven to White Sulphur Springs, you've probably driven past Cook's Country Kitchen.

This restaurant is a homestyle spot that serves breakfast all day, has a number of comfort food plates and tasty desserts, too.

For my main meal, I went with meatloaf with sides of fried green tomatoes and macaroni & cheese.

This was a huge portion, so I took some home for leftovers.

But there's always room for dessert - specifically for peanut butter pie.

What's your favorite here?

If you see a tall building in downtown White Sulphur Springs painted like an Italian flag, you've found Bella Italy.

The restaurant was quiet on the day I visited - which meant the waiter's sole attention was on me.

The menu had some standard dishes, but I was really feeling an Italian hoagie on this day.

It came with cold cuts and cheese. I asked for some fixins, and a whole plate of veggies was delivered to me. Yum.

I was able to check out a Jack Daniels whiskey tasting and dinner pairing. I wanted to share some of my photos from the evening. The pairing included: Jack Daniel's Honey, Jack Daniel's Fire, Jack Daniel's Old No. 7, Gentleman Jack, Jack Daniel's Single Barrel (Barrel Proof), Jack Daniel's Tennessee Rye, Jack Daniel's Single Barrel Rye, and Jack Daniel's Single Barrel (Appalachian Whiskey Society Select Barrel).

For dinner, there were six courses.

Plus cheese and crackers to start.

Cathy Justice's blue ribbon cornbread.


Cream of celery root soup with winter truffle and hazelnut.


Torchon of Hudson Valley Foie Gras


Intermezzo sorbet


Braised beef cheek with polenta fries, creamed collard greens, medley of mushrooms and Jack Daniel's scented beef jus.



Salad of watercress and arugula with Virginia peanut tart, apples figs, and pomegranate vinaigrette.


White chocolate blondie with Jack Daniel's coulis, compressed cantaloupe honeydew sorbet